Plumas County Museum

The mission of the Plumas County Museum is to interpret to a broad public audience, in innovative and meaningful ways, the history of Plumas County from its beginnings, and to relate that history, when appropriate, within the broader context of Plumas County and encompassing region.

Plumas County Museum is a county owned facility funded by the County of Plumas and in part by the non-profit Plumas County Museum Association, Inc.

The museum building was constructed in 1968, with formal dedication on June 7, 1969. Funding came from the bequest of Stella Fay Miller, a member of a Plumas County pioneer family.

Situated at 500 Jackson Street, directly behind the Plumas County Courthouse in the county seat of Quincy, the museum is operated with the historical interests of the entire county in mind.

The full time staff consists of an Executive Director, a Museum Curator and a Museum Registrar. A Board of Directors appointed by the Plumas County Board of Supervisors oversees the museum’s operations. The board members represent all parts of Plumas County.

The vision for the future of the Plumas County Museum is a professional, high-quality, historical museum complex that preserves and interprets Plumas County's heritage through historical exhibits and educational programs for all people.

Maintain our presence in local history education through hands-on experience and living history programs for elementary school students.

Contribute to the economic development of Plumas County through museum programs, development and production of driving and walking heritage tours, and involvement in tourism.

Develop and present archaeological and historical public programs.

Increase visitation to the museum and user satisfaction and value.

Demonstrate progress towards program, exhibit, and audience diversification.

Locate and secure adequate storage and work facilities for existing and incoming artifacts and the expansion of the museum facility.

Develop and maintain a solid volunteer base for operations, special functions.

Provide Plumas County volunteer museums with technical assistance and support.

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